There is often a substantial amount of time answering the telephone, making telephone calls, engaging in work-related telephone calls, and handling telephone messages.

This position might require extended periods of time sitting or other sedentary activity.

Incumbents of this title spend a lot of time making or maintaining contact with others face-to-face, via telephone, and through written communication, including electronic (such as email).

There is a high level of repetition in both physical activities (e.g., typing) and mental activities (e.g., recordkeeping).

The incumbents of this position often work as members of a team and are accountable to other members of the team.

This job requires a high level of accuracy in the performance of job duties.

Work Values and Interests:

People who are drawn to the EOC Office Assistant job typically value:

Helping people.

Having a good work ethic.

Doing a good job.

Using their personal initiative.

Organizations with supportive management.

Working in a friendly, non-competitive environment.

People who are drawn to this job typically like being involved in work that is conventional, with set procedures and routines and a clear line of authority. They also enjoy providing help or service to others and communicating with people.

CONTRACT TITLE

EOC Office Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of a High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED).

Completion of two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience which may be met by one of the following:

Two years of employment in general office work

One year of employment in general office work plus 30 college credits from an accredited institution of higher education (equivalent of one year of experience)

60 college credits from an accredited institution of higher education (equivalent of two years of experience)

Part-time experience of at least 20 hours per week may be prorated and credited instead of, but not in addition to, full-time experience during the same period.

Demonstrated English language proficiency (ability to speak, read, write, and understand English well enough to meet job requirements).

Technical competence in using job-related computer software (word processing or other) may be required for this position.

COMPENSATION

New Hire: $29,279*
Incumbent: $33,084
*This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must apply online by accessing the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu and navigating to the following links: Select “Employment”, then select “Search Job Postings” and find JOB ID #19816. Please attach resume and cover letter. References on request. Please do not include any other documentation.

For general assistance with your CUNYfirst application, please go to http://www.cuny.edu/employment/jobsysteminstructions.html for information.

CLOSING DATE

January 2, 2019

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.